INERT DEACTIVATED. This is an excellent, WW2, 1943 dated Mills No.36M MK 1,. The 36M refers to the pattern of Grenade 36 M originally 'Mesopotania' and the fact they were waterproofed. The cast iron body retains much of its original varnished finish including a faded green band round the middle for Amatol and red crosses near the top for a filled grenade. The alloy base plug has cast into it No 36 M Mk1 11/43 (November 1943 date) Z (zinc alloy) WD C and is screwed for a rifle grenade base plate. The grenade is fitted with an brass filling plug. The fly off lever is stamped S.C.&Co. See pages 111-119 in ‘GRENADE’ British & Commonwealth Hand & Rifle Grenades by Rick Landers. The price includes UK delivery and no licence is required to possess this inert grenade in the UK if retained as part of a collection or display. O 2403